Experience Sailing
Location:
We are based at Gosport's Premier Marina which is ideally suited for courses in the Solent and beyond.
There are easy rail links to and from London via Portsmouth whilst road access is via the M3 and M27.
Courses:
We offer the following RYA courses:
- Introduction to Yachting
- Competent Crew
- Day Skipper (Theory and Practical)
- Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore and Ocean (Theory and Practical)
Extended Courses
In the summer months we offer 7 day courses taking in the Channel Islands and the coast of France.
These are a great way of combining a holiday with a course.
Experiences/Cross Channel/Mileage Builders
We are often asked what else is available other than courses.
Weekend trips to France are a regular feature of our itinerary. They accumulate mileage, enable qualifying passages > 60 miles and a chance to do something different.
Birthdays/Anniversaries/Skipper Charter
We have had some great memorable experiences for those one off special occasions. Contact us for some great ideas for that special person.
Own Boat Tuition:
There are many reasons why you my want tuition on your own boat. We've come across a few and perhaps the most difficult is trying to teach your partner.
Whatever the reason we may be able to help.
Our Yachts:
'Talulah is a Najad 390 sailing yacht extensively equipped for offshore sailing. She is ideally suited for cruising in comfort and comes with an inventory to match.
Najads are renowned for their offshore 'go anywhere' design so you can relax in the knowledge that whatever the weather throws you will be in a safe and comfortable environment.
What's Included:
All of our courses include tuition, yacht, food/refreshments onboard, diesel, gas, use of waterproofs, marina fees at Premier Marinas.
Excluded are meals/refreshments ashore and none Premier Marinas fees.
Cooking onboard is part of the student experience but you'll only find high quality ingredients.
Testimonials:
There is a lot of choice available when selecting one of the many RYA accredited sailing courses. After completing a Day Skipper Practical with "Experience Sailing" can strongly recommend Edward Crosby and his operation to you. Edward has vast sailing experience and a very detailed knowledge of the Solent with all its different harbours and mooring locations. He exudes confidence and competence in a friendly and relaxed way which is reassuring. His teaching style is excellent as he is informative, instructive and pleasant. Edward is supportive and readily provides assistance when individuals flounder on a task. This is done in a constructive way which helps the learning process. Edward is able to be as successful with those in their 20’s as with pupils somewhat closer to retirement age. This is important as it promotes a good atmosphere in the boat with people enjoying and benefiting from the experience.
There will be few yachts that provide sail training with better equipment and comfort than Talulah. This is reflected in the ease of handling of the sails, the comprehensiveness and high specifications of all the equipment and in the impressive build standard of the Najad 390. A very big positive is that Edward ensures that everything works. The success of Boat-Share is a reflection of planning and attention to detail. This attention is as inclusive in the generous and appetising food selection as in the complete and thorough provision of safety related equipment. You will not be hungry or thirsty whilst training with Boat-Share!
Edward makes certain that everybody covers every part of the training syllabus and that all on board are included and involved. Do not expect a long lie-in in the morning or to be propping up the bar by the late afternoon. However, if your aim is to enjoy a sailing experience and to learn a lot, in a convivial atmosphere on a superb sailing boat, choose 'Experience Sailing' for your chosen RYA Practical course.
Marshall G.
